Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant/Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our finance team. The Company is the Holding Company for a Group of Engineering Companies. This role will provide support to both trading Companies within the Group - Fox-VPS Ltd (Camberley) and Precision Aluminium Casting & Engineering Ltd (Southampton).

You will be computer literate, diligent, with a proactive attitude and a desire to develop professionally. You will be an integral member of the business, and your professionalism and commitment will be essential in assisting us to continue to grow as a business.

The role will be hybrid working 39 hours a week Monday to Friday with at least 1 day in the offices in Southampton and Camberley. Start and finish times can be fairly flexible

Responsibilities

Posting Purchase Ledger invoices into the MRP system matching them off against GRN's (c75 a day) Keeping on top of invoice queries with the operations teams Preparing payment runs Making adhoc payments to proforma suppliers or suppliers if requested outside of the payment run timelines Communicating with suppliers through emails and telephone Running the sales invoices Continuous improvement of the processes

Skills

Ideally you will have experience within the manufacturing industry as a purchase ledger clerk for a minimum of 3 years Great written and verbal communication skills Microsoft Office skills including excel Ability to work independently Proficiency in accounts payable processes and familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage is highly desirable. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with suppliers and internal teams. A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Basic knowledge of accounting principles is an advantage but not essential.
If you are enthusiastic about numbers and have a keen interest in accounting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Are you happy to work in both locations if required?
Experience:

Purchase Ledger: 3 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Camberley GU15 3DF